The Original Ice Cave Tour in Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Overview
Blue Ice & Glacier Hikes from Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Explore natural blue ice on Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, on this guided small-group adventure. Travel by 4x4 towards Breiðamerkurjökull before stepping onto the ice for a glacier hike to the best blue ice formation of the day—whether a cave, tunnel, or canyon. Join Local Guide for the ultimate flexibility.
Each tour is unique. Our certified glacier guides assess conditions daily to select the safest and most impressive features, often accessing less crowded areas while maintaining the highest safety standards.
Expect a 2.5–4 hour experience including up to 5.5 km of hiking, with stunning views of the surrounding glacier.
No previous experience is needed, but a reasonable fitness level is required.
Ice caves are natural and constantly changing, so locations and features vary. This ensures an authentic, safe, and unforgettable glacier experience. Join us on the best accessible blue ice experiences in Iceland.
What's Included
- 4x4 modified vehicle transfer
- Small group tour
- Spikes and Helmet
- Supporting a Small Local Company
- Carbon Neutralised Tour
- Visit to the Ice Cave / Blue glacier feature
- Local and Professional Glacier Guide
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Parking fee at Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon
- Hiking boots are available to rent at extra cost per pair of shoes
Meeting Location
Jökulsárlón 781
781, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Please come in warm and waterproof clothing and good hiking boots.
- Your safety is of the utmost importance. Ice Cave tours are weather dependent. Sometimes tours have to be cancelled with short notice due to weather conditions or safety concerns or. After periods of adverse weather, the caves can become flooded or unsafe to enter. If this happens we will always do our best to offer an alternative such as a glacier hike if weather conditions allow, however if this is not suitable we will also always offer a full refund.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- 4x4 modified vehicle transfer.
- Small group tour.
- Spikes and Helmet.
- Supporting a Small Local Company.
- Carbon Neutralised Tour.
- Visit to the Ice Cave / Blue glacier feature.
- Local and Professional Glacier Guide.
- Food and drinks.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Parking fee at Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon.
- Hiking boots are available to rent at extra cost per pair of shoes.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 10..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the The Original Ice Cave Tour in Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Original Ice Cave Tour in Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 4x4 modified vehicle transfer
- Small group tour
- Spikes and Helmet
- Supporting a Small Local Company
- Carbon Neutralised Tour
- Visit to the Ice Cave / Blue glacier feature
- Local and Professional Glacier Guide
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Parking fee at Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon
- Hiking boots are available to rent at extra cost per pair of shoes
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Please come in warm and waterproof clothing and good hiking boots.
- Your safety is of the utmost importance. Ice Cave tours are weather dependent. Sometimes tours have to be cancelled with short notice due to weather conditions or safety concerns or. After periods of adverse weather, the caves can become flooded or unsafe to enter. If this happens we will always do our best to offer an alternative such as a glacier hike if weather conditions allow, however if this is not suitable we will also always offer a full refund.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
